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Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Parliament House and Old Parliament House, Forrest Hotel and Apartments provides a garden, laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. The on-site restaurant, Sherwood Restaurant, serves dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a conference centre.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Queen Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a kitchenette area.

Standard Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(138 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Two Bedroom Blandford Court Apartment

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

Premium Two Bedroom Blandford Court Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 67 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive One Bedroom Apartment

A modern living room with a glass table, green chairs, a brown sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Executive One Bedroom Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard One Bedroom Apartment

A living room with a dark leather sofa, a grey rug, and a framed portrait on the wall.

Standard One Bedroom Apartment

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Two Bedroom Blandford Court Apartment

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a small side table, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window with curtains.

Two Bedroom Blandford Court Apartment

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Two Bedroom Albany Apartment (compact)

In-room dining

Standard Two Bedroom Albany Apartment (compact)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive Two Bedroom Albany Apartment (compact)

A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

Executive Two Bedroom Albany Apartment (compact)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Near a train station, Forrest Hotel and Apartments is in Forrest, a walkable area in Canberra with good shopping. Old Parliament House and National Gallery of Australia are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Australian War Memorial and Telstra Tower. Enjoy an event or a match at Canberra Stadium, and consider making time for National Zoo and Aquarium—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Canberra travel guide
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30 National Circuit, Forrest, ACT, 2603

What's nearby

  • A modern building with a 'coles' sign, surrounded by trees and a landscaped garden.
    Manuka Shopping Centre
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A calm lake with a tall tower reflecting on the water, surrounded by trees and a bridge in the background.
    Lake Burley Griffin
    2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • A grand legislative chamber with wooden paneling, green leather seating, and a central table.
    Old Parliament House
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • A person in a white coat working with a large blue-lit structure.
    Questacon
    4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • An art gallery with a high ceiling and a central circular platform.
    National Gallery of Australia
    4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station
    3 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kingston Hotel
    15 min walk
  • Atomic Café
    3 min drive
  • Doubleshot
    3 min drive
  • KFC
    4 min drive
  • Agostinis Italian Restaurant
    15 min walk

About this property

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

  • Motel near Parliament House
  • Located close to Old Parliament House and National Gallery of Australia, Forrest Hotel and Apartments provides a garden, laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. The on-site restaurant, Sherwood Restaurant, serves dinner. In addition to a bar and a conference centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this motel include:
    • Free self-parking
    • A computer station, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
    • A vending machine, 1 meeting room and smoke-free property
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value, helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 114 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hairdryers
    • 30-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Toasters, limited housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sherwood Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (915 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of AUD 200 will be collected before check-in.
  • This property's damage deposit is payable via a secure link and is due within 24 hours after booking. Advance payment of the damage deposit is required to check in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property class

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Frequently asked questions

Is Forrest Hotel and Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forrest Hotel and Apartments on 23 Aug 2026 start from NZ$133, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Forrest Hotel and Apartments located?

Located in Forrest, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Parliament House and Old Parliament House. National Gallery of Australia and Australian National University are also within 6 mi (10 km). Kingston Canberra Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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